West Texas A&M up their first win of the 2026 college football season, defeating rival Angelo State 27-19 to win the West Texas Showdown.
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Troy Simmons was the driving force behind the Buffaloes performance, rushing for 3 touchdowns and 133 yards to secure the win.
Cameron Dischler for the Rams tried his best, finishing with 119 yards and 2 touchdowns, but Angelo State falls short on their final drive and in the game.
Read the full FloCollege recap to catch the key moments from the 2026 West Texas Showdown.
1:54 AM
FINAL | WT A&M 27, ASU 19
West Texas A&M Wins The West Texas Showdown
Statistical Leaders:
- ASU QB Ayden Arp - 16/27, 207 YDS, 1 TD, 1 INT
- WT A&M RB Troy Simmons - 9 CAR, 133 YDS, 3 TD
- WT A&M WR Trace Clarkson - 10 CAR, 74 YDS
1:50 AM
4th 1:07 | WT A&M 27, ASU 19
Buffaloes Force A Turnover On Downs
West Texas A&M takes over on offense. With one first down, they'll be able to close the game and take home their first win of the season.
1:37 AM
4th 6:08 | WT A&M 27, ASU 19
The Buffaloes Increase Their Lead, Up 8 Points
West Texas A&M forced a turnover on downs, and Tory Simmons takes ball 49 yards down the sideline to give the Buffaloes another touchdown and a commanding 8 point lead with about six minutes left in regulation.
1:29 AM
4th 7:41 | WT A&M 20, ASU 19
West Texas A&M Responds With A Quick Touchdown Drive After The Second Opportunity
The Buffaloes take advantage of the overturned fumble, and put the ball in the end zone. Tory Simmons takes the carry 10 yards to give West Texas A&M the lead. The two point conversion is no good, and it remains a one point game.
1:25 AM
4th 10:54 | WT A&M 14, ASU 19
The Call Is OVERTURNED
After review, the ruling on the field is overturned and West Texas A&M will go back out on offense facing a 3rd-&-9.
1:21 AM
4th 10:54 | WT A&M 14, ASU 19
ASU Forces A Fumble, Takes Over On Offense
Buffaloes quarterback Knox Porter is hit in the backfield and the ball comes lose! Zach Burton falls on the ball and gives the Rams back possession. The play is currently under review to see if Porter's arm was moving forward.
1:14 AM
4th 12:33 | WT A&M 14, ASU 19
Cameron Dischler Gives The Rams Back The Lead
ASU running back Cameron Dischler builds on his big day at home, taking the carry 15 yards into the end zone and giving the Rams a much-needed response.
1:09 AM
End Of 3rd | WT A&M 14, ASU 12
End Of 3rd
The Rams have the ball and are driving down the field down two points entering the fourth quarter.
1:02 AM
3rd 1:47 | WT A&M 14, ASU 12
West Texas A&M Takes Their First Lead
Running back Tory Simmons breaks free up the middle for a 44 yard touchdown run to give the Buffaloes their first lead of the game. That's now 14 unanswered points for West Texas A&M.
12:58 AM
3rd 4:32 | WT A&M 7, ASU 12
West Texas A&M Forces A Turnover, Gets The Ball Back
Rams quarterback Ayden Arp goes deep into double coverage and the ball is picked off by Dayton Navy. The Buffaloes have the ball on their own 32-yard-line with the chance to take their first lead of the game.
12:50 AM
3rd 7:58 | WT A&M 7, ASU 12
The Touchdown Counts For WTA&M After A Long Review
Buffaloes receiver Joseph White makes an acrobatic catch in the end zone to give West Texas A&M their first points of the game on the road.
12:38 AM
3rd 11:57 | WT A&M 0, ASU 12
Angelo State Makes It A Two Score Lead
Cameron Dischler makes it two touchdowns for ASU after a one yard run into the end zone after a deep ball from Ayden Arp. The two point conversion is no good and the Rams score coming out of the half and hold a 12 point lead over the Buffaloes.
12:30 AM
15:00 3rd | WT A&M 0, ASU 6
Players Take The Field Ready For 2nd Half Kickoff
Both teams are out of the tunnel and the start of the half is just seconds away.
12:05 AM
Halftime | WT A&M 0, ASU 6
Halftime
The hail mary attempt from Knox Porter is intercepted and the game heads to the half.
Statistical Leaders:
- ASU QB Ayden Arp - 12/18, 122 YDS, 1 TD
- ASU RB Cameron Dischler - 7 CAR, 29 YDS
- ASU WR Alan Dobbins - 4 REC, 66 YDS
12:03 AM
2nd 0:00 | WT A&M 0, ASU 6
The Rams Score As Time Expires In The First Half
Quarterback Ayden Arp finds Donny Bishop for the touchdown pass as time expires in the first half. The snap on the extra point is off, with ASU's special team woes taking more points off the scoreboard.
11:50 PM
2nd 2:21 | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
Both Offenses Remain Scoreless As Halftime Approaches
ASU is driving down the field, but both teams have struggled to sustain complete drives on offense. The two minute warning is just seconds away.
11:39 PM
2nd 9:01 | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
ASU Misses Another Field Goal, Buffaloes Take Over
Paden Maass' field goal is blocked and the Rams are still scoreless. Angelo State has had two opportunities in the red zone and came up short on both drives.
11:26 PM
End Of 1st | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
Scoreless First Quarter Comes To A Close
Both teams have been run-heavy in the first quarter, leading to a fast-paced game. The Buffaloes will have the ball inside of their own 10-yard-line when play resumes.
11:19 PM
1st 3:30 | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
Buffaloes Punt After Quick Drive, ASU Driving
Angelo State is back on offense after a short drive from West Texas A&M. ASU is past midfield behind the running attack of Cameron Dischler.
11:07 PM
1st 10:08 | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
The Kick Is No Good, A&M Takes Over
The field goal attempt from ASU kicker Paden Maass is low and to the left from 44 yards out. The Buffaloes will take over on offense and avoid an early deficit after the turnover.
11:03 PM
13:08 1st | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
A Quick Turnover Gives ASU The Ball Inside The 50
A fumble from West Texas A&M is forced by Jeff Isenhart and the Rams take over. Cameron Dischler and the ASU offense is driving and looking to put the first points on the board.
11:00 PM
15:00 1st | WT A&M 0, ASU 0
Game Is Underway!
West Texas A&M won the coin toss and elected to receive. We are underway in San Angelo Stadium.